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Farmer Joel Salatin Thinks We Should Eliminate the USDA. Then What?
One Bite is Everything
Episode • Nov 21, 2024 • 54m
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Key Links Referenced:
Jonathan Copess
, Professor of Agricultural Policy, On the Farm Bill
The Prime Act
Previous episode with Joel Salatin
Topics Covered:
Why Joel Salatin believes the USDA is unnecessary
How a transparent, consumer-driven food system might work
The role of small-scale farmers in reshaping the agricultural industry
The challenges and opportunities in eliminating government oversight
Key Takeaways:
Joel Salatin envisions a future where consumers, not bureaucrats, vet and regulate food producers.
Eliminating the USDA could create space for innovation and local entrepreneurship but raises serious questions about trust and access.
Small farms could thrive if regulatory hurdles were minimized, but only if consumers increase their food-sourcing engagement.
Links & Resources:
Learn more about Joel Salatin’s work at
Polyface Farms
.
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